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The incumbent mayor, Sal Panto Jr. (left), is facing a primary challenge from Peter Melan (right), a self-fashioned maverick who serves on the Easton City Council. (Photo by Brian Myszkowski for LehighValleyNews.com)
Easton mayoral debate recap
A Truman Scholar, Cham will work at Bloomberg after she graduates.
Fatimata Cham ’23 wins Pepper Prize
A burglary was reported at the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on Tuesday night. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Two students accused of burglarizing Greek life houses
Lafayette Data community provided the above graph of budget allocations by category. (Figure courtesy of Lafayette Data Community)
Data Community Club breaks down Student Government budget
The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)
Bear sighted near campus
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.
Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access
Some biology students were unable to take seats in classes due to staff turnover.
Biology department staffing shuffle causes headaches
This year, Admissions expects around 700 students in the class of 2027.
Second-highest number of applications on record, college plans smaller class of 2027
The last change to the deans excuse policy came over four years ago.
New dean’s excuse form to standardize absence policy
The Leopard for a Day program allows prospective, accepted and incoming students to shadow current students.
Leopard for a Day returns
Lafayette Data community provided the above graph of budget allocations by category. (Figure courtesy of Lafayette Data Community)
Data Community Club breaks down Student Government budget
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.
Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access
The amended budget guidelines will provide clubs with extra funds for merchandise.
Student Government amends budget guidelines
Student Involvement plans to block employees from OurCampus voting.
Three non-students found to have cast ballots in Student Government elections
Dean Tim Cox will choose Student Government representatives to select Pepper Prize finalists.
Changes made to Pepper Prize selection process
Neha Vora is one of at least two tenured professors to leave the college this semester. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
‘You can’t help but feel underappreciated’: Tenured professor Neha Vora leaving Lafayette
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.
Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access
Professor Khadijah Mitchell will have the opportunity to teach at various medical schools at her new job. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Biology professor Khadijah Mitchell to depart for top cancer center
Some biology students were unable to take seats in classes due to staff turnover.
Biology department staffing shuffle causes headaches
Student Involvement plans to block employees from OurCampus voting.
Three non-students found to have cast ballots in Student Government elections
The incumbent mayor, Sal Panto Jr. (left), is facing a primary challenge from Peter Melan (right), a self-fashioned maverick who serves on the Easton City Council. (Photo by Brian Myszkowski for LehighValleyNews.com)
Easton mayoral debate recap
The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)
Bear sighted near campus
The primary election will be held on May 16.
Easton election guide: 2023 municipal primary
Clement Swaby was connected to alleged crimes in other jurisdictions with DNA evidence. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
McCartney Street intruder sentenced to rest of life in prison
Twyleak Sexton, whose alleged actions resulted in the campus lockdown, was arrested in New Jersey. (Photo courtesy of RLS Media)
Campus locked down after shooting downtown, suspect apprehended
A burglary was reported at the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on Tuesday night. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Two students accused of burglarizing Greek life houses
The accident occurred at the intersection of McCartney and High Streets.
College Hill traffic accident leaves student hospitalized
Public Safety has increased its presence on and off campus following the incident.
Gun flashed at students at Cattell Street house
Trump was charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business documents. (Photo by Seth Wenig for the Associated Press)
Lafayette weighs in on Trump arrest
Clement Swaby was connected to alleged crimes in other jurisdictions with DNA evidence. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
McCartney Street intruder sentenced to rest of life in prison
The master plan will be finalized at the end of 2023.
Master plan recap: A year of envisioning change
Students and faculty have pressed the administration to speed up accessibility efforts.
Despite increased awareness, accessibility issues persist
The monument has been moved in the past, according to an Indigenous Rights Coalition leader.
College to consider Sullivan Monument proposals
This year, Admissions expects around 700 students in the class of 2027.
Second-highest number of applications on record, college plans smaller class of 2027
The last change to the deans excuse policy came over four years ago.
New dean’s excuse form to standardize absence policy
Empty Threat was one of the student bands that performed at Lafchella.
Lafchella persists, rain or shine
Lafayette hosted two drag queens despite local backlash over similar events. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegelibrary on Instagram)
Drag Story Hour encourages LGBTQ+ inclusion
A projected background was utilized to immerse the audience deeper in the play. (Photo courtesy of Timmy Mayrose 23)
Performance Review: Tear-jerking portrayal of PTSD in ‘Ugly Lies the Bone’
Ella Dalgliesh 25 created sculptures inspired by her family. (Photo courtesy of Ella Dalgliesh 25)
Sculpture class project ‘The 100’ makes artistic mark on campus
Remy Oktay 24 organized the dinner as a final assignment for his class. (Photo courtesy of Remy Oktay 24)
Student brings strangers together with secretive steak dinner
Maria Soukup 26 is trained in playing classical music on the violin. (Photo courtesy of Rae Shepard 26)
Student Artist Spotlight: Violinist Maria Soukup ’26 on her love for ‘shared language’ of playing
Hanoi Ragmen has performed in established venues in Washington, D.C. (Photo courtesy of Shaan Shuster 23)
Student Artist Spotlight: Shaan Shuster ’23 on his award-winning band
Zach Freiheiter 23 has been composing his own music since his first year at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Zach Freiheiter 23)
Student Artist Spotlight: Zach Freiheiter ’23 on his composing journey
Juliana Soldat 24 sculpted pieces for her independent study that comment on mental health and personal struggles. (Photo courtesy of Juliana Soldat 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Juliana Soldat ’24 depicts mental illness through sculpture
Isabella Lu 25 made archaeological illustrations for professor Ingrid Furniss upcoming book. (Photo courtesy of Isabella Lu 25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Isabella Lu ’25 digs into archeology illustrations
A projected background was utilized to immerse the audience deeper in the play. (Photo courtesy of Timmy Mayrose 23)
Performance Review: Tear-jerking portrayal of PTSD in ‘Ugly Lies the Bone’
Christopher Nolans Oppenheimer will add to his impressive filmography this summer. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Five new movies to look forward to this summer
Kendal Davis 26 tried vegan sandwiches and desserts from Easton Public Market. (Photo courtesy of Kendal Davis 26)
The best vegan options in Easton Public Market
Amadeus features critically acclaimed direction and performances. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Movie Review: Sam’s top 5 of all time: #4 ‘Amadeus’
Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling give standout performances in La La Land. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Movie Review: Sam’s top 5 of all time: #5 ‘La La Land’
Mia and Maddies offers desserts and flavors from around the world.
Small Business Spotlight: Mia and Maddie’s Bakery serves goodies with a doctor’s touch
Jenny DeLorenzo intends for Plants + Coffee to have a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. (Photo courtesy of WFMZ)
Small Business Spotlight: Plants + Coffee sprouts in Easton
Easton Candle Company is open downtown from Friday through Sunday.
Small Business Spotlight: Easton Candle Company curates clean, unique fragrances
The Easton Record Exchange emerged from its next-door neighbor, the pawn shop Easton Exchange.
Small Business Spotlight: Easton Record Exchange will satisfy your vintage desires
Pie+Tart is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every day except Sunday and Monday. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Small Business Spotlight: Pie+Tart combines two women’s love for baking
Meredith Forman 24 hopes that the addition of pride flags on the arts houses will spur more LGBTQ+ inclusivity.
Pride flags installed at art houses as ‘visual show of allyship’
Benjamin Herman 23, Joshua Hale 23 and Shirley Liu 23 said that their trip to Tokyo was one to remember. (Photo courtesy of Shirley Liu 23)
Forensics team takes on Tokyo
Write to Be opted against a typical club structure in favor of a more close-knit feel. (Graphic by Samantha Peabody 25 for Write to Be)
Write to Be connects student writers of color
LafKid Connect hosts students from Easton Middle School on campus every Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Camille Carthy 23)
LafKid Connect brings Easton Area Middle School students to campus
The Mar-Keys is one of Lafayettes all-voices a capella groups. (Photo courtesy of Alex Thurtle 24)
Starting out on the right note: Mar-Keys compete for first time
Rick Fisher (right), who was the Leopard mascot for 15 years, poses with the current mascot, Dysean Alexander. (Photo courtesy of Dysean Alexander)
Unmasking the Leopard
The current spring concert, Lafchella, features student bands and local performers. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
History of the spring concert
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
Ted Norton eventually resigned from his position at Lafayettes library after being accused of having communist ties. (Photo courtesy of the College Archives)
Communists on campus?: Letters illuminate Lafayette’s Red Scare
The display on James Armistead Lafayette will be in Skillman room 209 throughout Black History Month.
Special Collections honors Revolutionary-era Black spy with display
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
RolleyPulley is a “2-person, three-dimensional Tug of War,” according to its website. 
Battle of balance: RolleyPulley game installed in Farinon
Shayne Figueroa 99 first became interested in food studies after taking an American Studies class at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Shayne Figueroa 99)
Alumni Spotlight: NYU professor Shayne Figueroa ’99 shares passion for food history
Amy Emerick Clerkin 03 landed a Capitol Hill gig just months after graduation. (Photo courtesy of LegiStorm)
Alumni Spotlight: Amy Emerick Clerkin ’03 on climbing Washington’s ranks
Documentarian and journalist Sean Ryon ‘12 studied English and film and media studies at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Sean Ryon 12)
Alum Spotlight: ‘Dateline’ field producer Sean Ryon ’12 on documentary production
Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens
Some members of the crew team will represent Lafayette in Tennessee this month. (Photo courtesy of @lafcrew on Instagram)
Crew sweeps the board at Gifford Pinchot Sprints Regatta
Team members pose after a strong 4x400 performance at the 2023 indoor Patriot League Championships. (Photo courtesy of Lily Dineen 24)
What to expect at Track and Field Patriot League Championship
Both sophomore CJ Fulton and senior Leo OBoyle announced they were transferring last week. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball sees three key players transfer after successful season
Coach John Troxell celebrates with his team following its last second win over Sacred Heart. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens
Sophomore Nahjee Adams carries the ball past defenders. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football showcases talent at Spring Game, looks forward to fall
Among the Leopards leaving are defensive lineman Malik Hamm, who declared for the NFL draft. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football completes 2027 recruiting class, signs 26 new players
Seniors Marco Olivas and Malik Hamm lead the Leopards out of tunnel to take on Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards).
Hamm wins second Defensive Player of the Year award, five others take home Patriot League Honors
The Leopards celebrate their 2022 Rivalry Game win. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football defeats Lehigh in close defensive match up, marks positive end to Troxell’s first year
Mens soccer tied ESU at Cottingham Stadium. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Johnson)
Men’s soccer hosts annual Earn Your Spots Game
The Gummeson Grounds will have several improvements, including a new press box. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Johnson)
Construction on new soccer stadium underway
Yazdan Basir 23 creates models to help the mens soccer team visualize its statistics. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Today)
Yazdan Basir ’23 brings men’s soccer stats to life
Sidelines: World Cup 2022
Sidelines: World Cup 2022
Senior midfielder Will Echeverria controls the ball during the Leopards 0-1 playoff loss. (Photo by Phil Hoffmann for Navy Athletics)
Men’s soccer season ends with loss in Patriot League quarterfinals, Kitromilides receives academic honors
Both sophomore CJ Fulton and senior Leo OBoyle announced they were transferring last week. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball sees three key players transfer after successful season
Adama Sanogo waits to embrace head coach Dan Hurley following their national championship victory. (Photo courtesy of KSL Sports)
Sidelines: Wrapping up March Madness
Sophomore guard CJ Fulton is a key member of the basketball team with an interesting playing history and optimistic view on the Leopards future. (Photo courtesy of CJ Fulton 25)
From Éire to here, basketball’s CJ Fulton fits in
The mens basketball team celebrates its Sunday night win against American, which sent it to the Patriot League finals. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
After nail-biting win against American, men’s basketball falls to No. 1 seed Colgate in League Championship
Senior captain Leo OBoyle, who scored his 1,000th career point against American on Sunday, will be key for the Leopards against Colgate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Patriot League Championship Preview: Can the Leopards pull off the upset?
Sophomore midfielder Lineke Spaans (left) and senior defender Simone Hefting (right) were laureled for their impressive performances this fall. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Spaans, Hefting earn All-Mideast Region awards
Freshman midfielder Josephine van Wijk is recognized before the Leopards beat Holy Cross. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey captures final win of 2022 campaign
Fifth-year Molly McAndrew takes the ball up the field during one of her last games as a Leopard. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Despite dominant road victory, field hockey misses out on playoffs
Senior Molly McAndrew is embraced by the team after she scores one of the Leopards two goals during their 2-0 win over BU. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)
Field hockey splits weekend, notches first Patriot League win of season
Senior defender Sydney Woolston is embraced by her team after scoring her third career goal during the Leopards victory against Richmond. (Photo by Doug Kilpatrick for GoLeopards)
Field hockey splits weekend matches against Lehigh, Richmond
The tennis team beat Loyola Maryland for the first time in school history. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis sets program record in blowout victory over Loyola Maryland
Senior Halle DeNardo waits to return the ball during her match against Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s tennis drops senior day match to Lehigh
Sophomore Olivia Boeckman uses the forehand during the Leopards matchup. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s tennis kicks off regular season with decisive victory
Senior Nash Lovallo was a first place finisher this weekend at the Bloomsburg Invitational. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis shines in last fall tournament, looks with optimism to spring season
The mens tennis team competed in several close matches this past weekend at the Villanova Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Arman Ganchi 25)
Men’s tennis participates in annual Villanova Invitational, featuring strong first-years
Christian Kiselica led George Washington to a top-25 ranking prior to coming to Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Christian Kiselica named head volleyball coach
The team poses after its win in the final game of the season. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettewclubvball on Instagram)
Women’s club volleyball wins final tournament of semester
The Lafayette mens club volleyball team poses after its successful first tournament. (Photo courtesy of @laf_mvb on Instagram)
Men’s club volleyball attends first ever tournament at Kutztown
Volleyball celebrates their 3-1 win against rival Lehigh last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball triumphs over Lehigh before falling to Bucknell
Sophomore outside hitter Abby Nieporte spikes a ball for a point during the Leopards victory over Manhattan College last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball wins one, loses two in Big Apple Tournament
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Op-Ed: What to do about the fashion in the room?
Op-Ed: Public art at Lafayette College
Op-Ed: Where is tuition going?: Not visiting or adjunct faculty
Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Op-Ed: What to do about the fashion in the room?
Op-Ed: Public art at Lafayette College
Op-Ed: Where is tuition going?: Not visiting or adjunct faculty
Op-Ed: Thank you for your support
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
The Student Government office should reopen in two to four business days, once the clean up crew takes care of the blood.
Student Government Budget Committee beat to death: Happiness Club, SMAC to blame
During his time on the Shanghai Sharks, Scott T. Pippin was named Most Caring Player.
Scott T. Pippin to take over as head men’s basketball coach
Please dont ask her if shes friends with ChatGPT. Thats racist.
Hurd exposed as AI
Thank you rich donor!
Alum donates millions to scholarship for straight white men
Kevin requires a diet of three small dogs per shift.
Chi Phi party empty after no one solves their riddles three
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Isabella Gaglione, Culture Editor

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Documentarian and journalist Sean Ryon ‘12 studied English and film and media studies at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Sean Ryon 12)

Alum Spotlight: ‘Dateline’ field producer Sean Ryon ’12 on documentary production

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
December 9, 2022
Jenna Ortega leads the new Wednesday Addams teen mystery, now streaming on Netflix. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)

Tim Burton’s ‘Wednesday’ reimagines Addams family for modern age

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
December 9, 2022
The “Color: History of Making & Meaning” FYS students researched, designed and installed the exhibition. (Photo courtesy of Eric Hupe)

‘Minerals to Pigments to Paint’ FYS exhibition introduces campus to world of color

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
December 2, 2022
The Dance Marathon brought together students in Greek Life and music organizations. (Photo by Phoebe Goltra 24)

Pi Beta Phi’s Dance Marathon brings together Greek Life for good cause

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
November 18, 2022
Director of Intercultural Development Robert Young 14 was a Posse scholar, an orientation leader and a manager for the men’s basketball team during his time on College Hill. (Photo courtesy of Robert Young 14)

‘This is my home’: Alumni turned faculty, staff share their Lafayette journeys

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
November 4, 2022
Visiting professor Sun You drew inspiration from domestic labor for the process of creating her polymer clay sculptures. (Photo courtesy of Sun You)

Visiting professor Sun You receives prestigious contemporary visual art award

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
October 28, 2022
Taylor Swift’s ‘Midnights’ is the singer-songwriter’s  first completely original album since 2020. (Photo courtesy of Pitchfork)

Album Review: ‘Midnights’ turns insomnia into hits

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
October 28, 2022
Psychology professor Susan Wenze is one of 21 to receive the Fulbright Portugal Scholar Award. (Photo courtesy of Susan Wenze)

Psychology professor Susan Wenze receives Fulbright grant to research postpartum mental health in Portugal

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
October 21, 2022
The Boys in the Band won the 2019 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)

Actor Brian Hutchison ‘93 talks show business, queer representation during residency

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
October 21, 2022
Students gathered in Kirby 104 to hear from author Torrey Peters.

‘Detransition, Baby’ author Torrey Peters gives students sneak peek of upcoming novella

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
October 7, 2022
Scrap Night featured several performances from Lafayette student artists. (Photo courtesy of Harvest Gil 25)

Scrap Night hands mic to Lafayette student artists

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
September 30, 2022
Ms. Jacksons is open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. to serve breakfast and lunch options.

Students react to Miss Jackson’s Kitchen, loss of meal swipe option

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
September 30, 2022
The Block pARTy and Porchfest promote art and community to College Hill residents.

Photo Essay: From Parsons Street to porches: College Hill celebrates two artsy traditions

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
September 23, 2022
The College Republicans meet Wednesdays at 8:30 p.m. in the Kirby Hall of Civil Rights. (Photo courtesy of College Republicans on OurCampus)

College Republicans encourages open debate, civic participation

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
September 16, 2022
The Prestigious Pardettes will be holding auditions to join their dance group on Sept. 14 and 16.

New group, Prestigious Pardettes, to bring hip-hop and majorette to campus

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
September 9, 2022
Professor Alex Brown and collaborator Ben Cato released debut alternative rock EP Fake It Til You Fake It Better. (Photo by Rob Dixon)

Faculty Artist Spotlight: Mechanical Engineering Professor Alex Brown releases alternative rock EP

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
September 2, 2022
SPALers build confidence and leadership skills by taking summer courses, completing STEM modules and participating in social gatherings. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollege on Instagram)

Hanson Center promotes diversity in STEM leadership with annual summer program

By Isabella Gaglione, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
September 2, 2022
Perry Zimmerman 23 works with Cycle for Survival to benefit rare cancer research. (Photo courtesy of Perry Zimmerman 23)

Student Activist Spotlight: Perry Zimmerman ‘23 has raised millions toward a cancer-free future

By Isabella Gaglione, Staff Writer
May 6, 2022
Lafayette Votes! recently hosted a talk by Matthew Koos, the executive director of the Texas House Democratic Campaign Committee. (Photo courtesy of Dylan Gooding ‘23)

Lafayette Votes! wants you to go to the polls

By Isabella Gaglione, Staff Writer
April 29, 2022
Students in the newly approved Lafayette Cubing Club will take part in puzzle competitions, mosaic creation and more. (Photo courtesy of Jared Sofair 25)

Cameras and cubing and cars, oh my! Three new student groups to debut this fall

By Isabella Gaglione, Staff Writer
April 15, 2022
Sexual Assault Awareness Month events focus on raising awareness and creating spaces for survivors. (Photo courtesy of Ella Goodwin ’21)

PASA to uplift survivors and educate students during Sexual Assault Awareness Month

By Isabella Gaglione, Staff Writer
April 8, 2022
In middle school, Fatimata Cham ‘23 was told she was the next Malala Yousafzai. Now, they appear in an Apple TV show together. (Photo courtesy of Fatimata Cham 23)

Fatimata Cham ’23 stars alongside Malala Yousafzai in Apple TV docuseries

By Isabella Gaglione, Staff Writer
March 25, 2022
Each club holds meetings in Kirby Hall of Civil Rights. (Photo courtesy of Kirby Government and Law Society)

The ins and outs, lefts and rights of political clubs on campus

By Isabella Gaglione, Staff Writer
March 11, 2022
Professor Bertucci is using the National Science Foundation grant to fund research and professorship training at Lafayette College. (Photo courtesy of the Bertucci Group)

Chemistry Professor Michael Bertucci receives $473,000 grant, plans to bring more research opportunities to college

By Isabella Gaglione, Staff Writer
February 25, 2022
Will Shelton ‘23 drew from his experiences with Cuban culture when writing and producing his EP The Spanish Tapes. (Photo courtesy of Will Shelton 23)

Student Artist Spotlight: Will Shelton ‘23 celebrates Cuban culture with release of new EP

By Isabella Gaglione, Staff Writer
February 18, 2022
The Women+ in Physics club provides a safe space for minority groups pursuing physics at Lafayette College. (Photo courtesy of Sophia Kosednar 24)

Women+ in Physics club to use recent grant to promote female representation and inclusion in physics field

By Isabella Gaglione, Staff Writer
February 11, 2022
Token 249 focuses on sense of humor and heart with their product line. (Photo courtesy of Token 249 Facebook)

Small Business Spotlight: Token 249 sells tokens of appreciation

By Isabella Gaglione, Staff Writer
February 4, 2022
In the Need a Lift? web series, President Nicole Farmer Hurd drives through campus on a golf cart while interviewing guests. (Photo courtesy of the Lafayette YouTube)

President Hurd showcases the Lafayette family in ‘Need a Lift?’ web series

By Isabella Gaglione, Contributing Writer
January 28, 2022
Lewis Baratz guided the Chamber Orchestra in their long-awaited return to in-person performances with a passion for live music and a wide array of musical influences. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)

Chamber Orchestra holds first live performance in two years

By Isabella Gaglione, Contributing Writer
December 10, 2021
Corey Beck 22 leads Lafayettes Pep Band on and off the field. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

Student Artist Spotlight: Corey Beck ‘22 reflects on time with pep band before conducting at his final football game

By Isabella Gaglione, Contributing Writer
November 19, 2021
Students dance at Diwali event.

Diwali celebration amplifies South Asian student voices

By Isabella Gaglione, Contributing Writer
November 12, 2021
Sterling Hill Mines underground tour features rocks that glow under UV light. (Photo courtesy of Caroline McParland 23)

Where the mountainside glows: Geology Society visits Sterling Hill Mine

By Isabella Gaglione, Contributing Writer
November 5, 2021
Six members of the Women in Law society posing and smiling on the steps of Kirby Hall.

Lafayette Women in Law Society connects current and future lawyers

By Isabella Gaglione, Contributing Writer
October 22, 2021
This past Tuesday, Dora S. Frias and Stephanie Hernandez Rivera spoke about their experiences as queer Latinas in the workplace. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)

Queer Latina academics talk about their research as a ‘reminder of our collective fire’

By Isabella Gaglione
October 8, 2021
The front of the Landis Center building.

How to donate time to neighboring communities this fall through the Landis Center

By Isabella Gaglione
October 1, 2021
Saul Flores smiling in front of a wall of flowers. He is wearing a black t-shirt and a hat. His name is written beside his head in black letters against a blue background.

Latinx Heritage Month keynote speaker Saul Flores encourages social change with his Walk of Immigrants project

By Isabella Gaglione
September 24, 2021
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